Summary

  • Day eight of the Australian Open

  • LIVE: Novak Djokovic v Jiri Lehecka in fourth round

  • Jack Draper retires injured while trailing Carlos Alcaraz 5-7 1-6

  • Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka beats Mirra Andreeva 6-1 6-2

  • Coco Gauff joins her in quarter-finals after 5-7 6-2 6-1 win over Belinda Bencic

  • Use audio icon to listen to live commentary from Melbourne on BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra (UK only)

  1. Lehecka holdspublished at 08:25 Greenwich Mean Time

    *Djokovic 1-1 Lehecka

    That will do Jiri Lehecka's confidence a world of good as he outplays Novak Djokovic with a deep forehand followed by a neat volley at the net.

    He wraps up the game as Djokovic goes agonisingly long, bringing oohs form the crowd when the ball landing is shown on the big screen.

  2. Humbert wins second set to go level with Zverevpublished at 08:21 Greenwich Mean Time

    Humbert 1-6 6-2 0-0 Zverev*

    Ugo HumbertImage source, Getty Images

    What a match we've got going on over on John Cain Arena.

    German second seed Alexander Zverev stormed his way through the opening set against Ugo Humbert in just 28 minutes, but there's been a huge momentum shift.

    Humbert, the14th seed, has just wrapped up the second set and Zverev is looking slightly rattled.

    The Frenchman has never reached the quarter-finals of a Grand Slam before.

  3. Djokovic holdspublished at 08:20 Greenwich Mean Time

    Djokovic 1-0 Lehecka*

    Novak Djokovic opens with a double fault but his next serve is on point and Jiri Lehecka can't keep the ball in play.

    Djokovic puts a backhand into the net but sees out the rest of the game, sealing it with an ace.

  4. Djokovic to open servingpublished at 08:16 Greenwich Mean Time

    *Djokovic 0-0 Lehecka

    The umpire tells the players they have 20 seconds left to finish their warm-ups.

    It's Serb seventh seed Novak Djokovic who will get us under way on Rod Laver Arena.

  5. Ailing Draper abandons Alcaraz matchpublished at 08:11 Greenwich Mean Time

    Jonathan Jurejko
    BBC Sport in Melbourne

    Carlos Alcaraz (L) of Spain greets Jack Draper of Great BritainImage source, Getty Images

    Earlier today, British number one Jack Draper ran out of steam as Carlos Alcaraz moved into the Australian Open quarter-finals.

    Draper, seeded 15th, retired when he was trailing 7-5 6-1 against four-time major champion Alcaraz on a hot day in Melbourne.

    The 23-year-old left-hander needed treatment off the court after the first set before abandoning the match at the end of the second.

    He held both hands up to the crowd by way of an apology before going off Rod Laver Arena to a warm ovation.

    "It is not the way which I want to win," said Alcaraz.

    "I'm happy to play another quarter-final here in Australia, but I am sad for Jack – he doesn't deserve to be injured.

    Full report.

  6. Postpublished at 08:10 Greenwich Mean Time

    Djokovic v Lehecka

    Here comes Jiri Lehecka, sporting a pink t-shirt and white shorts.

    Novak Djokovic, who's in a blue top and white shorts, greets Rod Laver Arena with a little wave and smile.

    The players are about to do their warm-ups.

  7. Djokovic bidding for record 25th majorpublished at 08:05 Greenwich Mean Time

    Djokovic v Lehecka

    A split picture of Novak Djokovic and Jiri LeheckaImage source, Getty Images

    Novak Djokovic has created countless Australian Open moments over the years, but he's hoping to make one more in winning a record 25th Grand Slam.

    Victory for the Serb seventh seed and 10-time winner in Melbourne would take him one clear of Margaret Court's all-time Slam record.

    Standing in his way today is Czech 24th seed Jiri Lehecka, who is looking to reach the last eight in Melbourne for the second time.

    The pair have only played each other once, with Djokovic winning last year's United Cup tie.

  8. Djokovic v Lehecka coming uppublished at 07:59 Greenwich Mean Time

    Novak Djokovic celebrates at the Australian OpenImage source, gett

    Welcome back!

    If you're just waking up, you can read up on Jack Draper's Australian Open exit here, where the Briton retired when he was trailing 7-5 6-1 against Spain's Carlos Alcaraz.

    Now though, our attention turns to Novak Djokovic against Jiri Lehecka, with the pair bidding to join Alcaraz in the quarter-finals.

    The pair are due to walk on court at Rod Laver Arena shortly.

  9. Back soon!published at 07:00 Greenwich Mean Time

    BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra

    We're going to take a quick break from live texting for now.

    But don't worry! We'll be back for Novak Djokovic's match against Jiri Lehecka to get started on Rod Laver Arena at 08:00 GMT.

    For now, though, you can keep up with all the action in Melbourne Park by tuning in to BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra at the top of this page.

  10. Postpublished at 06:59 Greenwich Mean Time

    Draper 5-7 1-6 Alcaraz

    Before his match against Carlos Alcaraz, Jack Draper had spent a whopping 12 hours and 34 minutes on court.

    An extra hour and 35 minutes just proves too much for the British number one.

    Remember, he arrived in Melbourne having played no build-up matches because of a hip injury so even making it to the fourth round was a pretty big deal.

    Jack Draper's Australian Open minutes on court graphicImage source, Getty Images
  11. 'I'll take the time to watch Djokovic'published at 06:58 Greenwich Mean Time

    Draper 5-7 1-6 Alcaraz

    More from Carlos Alcaraz on facing either Novak Djokovic or Jiri Lehecka: "I’m going to watch that one for sure. I have to recover now, as good as I can with my team. I’m going to take the time to watch it.

    "That guy called Novak Djokovic, I played a few times against him Jiri Lehecka as well – it’s going to be really interesting match to watch and people are going to enjoy that much as much as I do."

    On wearing shoes like Andre Agassi: "Last year I brought John McEnroe here, this year I’m bringing the Agassi shoes. Those players are legends from our sport .

    "I can't say I looked up to him – I didn’t see them play – too young I guess but I know everything they did for the sport.

    "It’s amazing to have the chance to be around them and be able to talk with them. It’s great to have them around."

  12. 'Feeling a little bit sad for Jack'published at 06:57 Greenwich Mean Time

    Draper 5-7 1-6 Alcaraz

    Here's what Carlos Alcaraz had to say in his on-court interview: "It’s not the way I want to win the match to get through to the next round. I’m just happy to play in another quarter-final in Australia but a little bit sad for Jack, he’s a nice person. He doesn’t deserve to get injured.

    "He couldn’t prepare the start of the season well because of an injury as well. I’m a little sad but I’m sure he’s going to come back stronger and I want to wish him a speedy recovery."

    On his progress through the tournament: "I am just happy with the level that I’m playing on the court. Off the court I’m feeling really comfortable here in Australia. Physically I’m feeling great so coming into the second week of a Grand Slam it’s really important to feel well physically because right now the matches are even tougher, I’m just ready. I think I’m doing great things off the court.

    "I’m excited about playing my second quarter-final in Australia and hopefully getting further this year."

    Jack Draper and Carlos AlcarazImage source, Getty Images
  13. 'Get well soon Jack'published at 06:54 Greenwich Mean Time

    Draper 5-7 1-6 Alcaraz

    Carlos Alcaraz is a class act, isn't he?

    The Spaniard pays tribute to Jack Draper in his on-court interview before writing "You will be where you deserve. Get well soon Jack!" on the camera.

    We'll bring you the full quotes from him in just a moment.

    Carlos Alcaraz writes on cameraImage source, Getty Images
  14. Who will Alcaraz face in the quarter-finals?published at 06:52 Greenwich Mean Time

    Draper 5-7 1-6 Alcaraz

    So, who has the daunting task of facing Carlos Alcaraz in the quarter-finals?

    We'll find out soon. Novak Djokovic and Jiri Lehecka are up next on Rod Laver Arena to fight it out.

    Carlos AlcarazImage source, Getty Images
  15. 'Such a shame for Draper'published at 06:48 Greenwich Mean Time

    Draper 5-7 1-6 Alcaraz

    Annabel Croft
    Former British number one on BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Sounds

    It’s such a shame because Draper has been so unlucky. We could see how much damage he can do and how uncomfortable he makes his opponents feel.

  16. Postpublished at 06:45 Greenwich Mean Time

    Jonathan Jurejko
    BBC Sport in Melbourne

    You felt this might be the moment for Draper to call it a day, but we weren't sure when he walked back to his chair.

    After taking a moment to consider his options, Draper decides enough is enough.

    He holds both hands up to the crowd as a way of an apology before going off to a warm ovation.

  17. Draper retires injured against Alcarazpublished at 06:41 Greenwich Mean Time
    Breaking

    Draper 5-7 1-6 Alcaraz

    He is. Jack Draper calls for the trainer but after a quick chat, he shakes his head and the sweatbands come off.

    The British number one trudges over to Carlos Alcaraz, who gives him a warm embrace.

    Not the ending anyone wanted.

  18. Game and second set - Alcarazpublished at 06:39 Greenwich Mean Time

    *Draper 5-7 1-6 0-0 Alcaraz

    And all of a sudden, the second set is finished.

    And Jack Draper could be too.

  19. 'Draper is pulling up off shots'published at 06:38 Greenwich Mean Time

    Draper 5-7 1-5 Alcaraz*

    Gigi Salmon
    BBC Sport tennis commentator on BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Sounds

    Draper is pulling up off shots. He’s digging into that hip area trying to ease or move something.

    This really happened quite quickly.

  20. Alcaraz breakspublished at 06:37 Greenwich Mean Time

    *Draper 5-7 1-5 Alcaraz

    Carlos Alcaraz gets it but he doesn't celebrate, instead holding a hand up to his opponent to try and make sure Jack Draper is OK.

    A grimace on the face of the British number one tells you he is not.

    Carlos AlcarazImage source, Getty Images